COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Traditional methods in construction lacking an organized and systematic approach are inadequate, and often lead to inefficiency and waste. Sophisticated information and data handling capabilities of an electronic computer offer many helpful ways to produce a better control in construction management of projects for less money. Computer applications in design phase of the project are very helpful. During construction phase of the project, computer serves as a powerful tool in organizing the three major areas: logistics and material, contract administration, and project scheduling and cost control. Future promises greater research in building information systems. /Author/

• Corporate Authors:

  American Society of Civil Engineers

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  New York, NY  United States  10017-2398
• Authors:
  • Bhandari, N
• Publication Date: 1977-9

Media Info

• Features: Appendices; References;
• Pagination: p. 343-356
• Serial:
  • Journal of the Construction Division
  • Volume: 103
  • Issue Number: CO3

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Analysis; Computer aided design; Construction management; Construction scheduling; Contract administration; Control; Costs; Information processing; Information systems; Logistics
• Uncontrolled Terms: Cost analysis
• Subject Areas: Administration and Management; Construction; Finance; Freight Transportation; Highways;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00165331
• Record Type: Publication
• Report/Paper Numbers: ASCE 13209 Proceeding
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Mar 14 1978 12:00AM